Advanced Manufacturing - Technical Project Manager

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks.  PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.  PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started! 

Division Information

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks.  Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.  The company’s dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids.  Kenworth is the first truck manufacturer to receive the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Air Excellence award in recognition of its environmentally friendly products.

Job Summary

The Technical Project Manager will provide leadership and direction for the development and documentation related to manufacturing readiness for new product and operational programs. This role will be responsible for managing program development in a matrixed organization to meet program objectives including schedules, budgets, communication, and issue management. The position is an integral part of the Advanced Manufacturing team that reports through the Assistant General Manager of Operations. The successful candidate will join a team of highly performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative processes, setting industry standards for quality, and providing cost-effective designs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth. Successful team members have advanced to prominent roles in other areas of the organization.

Job Function / Responsibilities

• Provide project management leadership for Advanced Manufacturing in support of new product development and operational projects.
• Coordinate program activities across multiple PACCAR divisions and departments.
• Lead activities to identify PACCAR factory requirements for new vehicle programs. This includes, but is not limited to, budget requirements, brick and mortar changes, validation equipment, training, logistics packaging, product flow, and infrastructure development.
• Coordinate manufacturing scope requests and obtain approval.
• Develop and manage assigned program budgets, action trackers, and schedules.
• Deliver assigned programs on time, on budget, while meeting program objectives.  Maintain assigned programs in the appropriate tollgate phase.
• Effectively communicate up, down, and across the organization, including to senior management, escalating issues as needed.
• Track and report critical metrics (readiness, defects, documentation, communication).
• Prepare and deliver program presentations.
• Communicate pertinent information to affected PACCAR factories. Coordinate plant input and feedback

Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required. MS/MBA degree preferred.
• Minimum 5-7+ years’ experience with increasing responsibility in project development or related functions with demonstrated leadership success required.
• Experience successfully managing stage-gate projects within matrixed organizations spanning multiple locations and countries.
• Technical aptitude and ability to succinctly communicate complicated topics. Strong written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Develop and deliver effective presentations, including those for senior management.
  • Influence without direct authority.
  • Manage multiple tasks, take initiative, be a strong team player and a problem-solver.
  • Perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage multiple projects.
• Preferred experience:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Project, SharePoint, Teams, and Data Visualization Software.
  • Six Sigma training.
  • Commercial truck product knowledge.
  • Working with or in production environments
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% annually, occasionally on short notice

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Paid short-and long-term disability program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• A fully funded company-paid pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Paid Time Off – vacation, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5% and stock options
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance 
• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education – eligible after 1 year of service

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development.  We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience.  The salary range for the Advanced Manufacturing - Technical Project Manager is $100,100 to $156,600 annually.  This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.  Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.